Barite vs Dolomite
| Property | Barite | Dolomite |
|---|---|---|
| Formule | BaSO4 | CaMg(CO3)2 |
| Système Cristallin | Orthorhombic | Trigonal |
| Classe Minérale | 07 Sulfates, Chromates, Molybdates, and Tungstates | 05 Carbonates and Nitrates |
| Dureté Mohs | 3.0-3.5 | 3.5-4.0 |
| Couleur | Colorless, white, blue, yellow, brown | Colorless, white, pink, gray, brown |
| Éclat | Vitreous | Vitreous |
| Trait | White | White |
| Transparence | Transparent | Transparent |
| Clivage | Perfect {001}, {210} | Perfect rhombohedral {1011} |
| Cassure | Uneven | Subconchoidal |